How to install or run MSI files as admin in Windows 8 and 8.1 [Guide]

When you want to install a package such as .exe , you can right click and choose “Run as Administrator” . However when you right click an MSI package , you’ll find out that “Run as administrator” option is not available . Follow our guide below on how to install an MSI package as administrator .

How to install or run MSI files as Administrator in Windows 8 and 8.1

Step 1 : Right click on start menu and select Run from the pop up menu that appears.

CONCLUSION

MSI packages can’t be installed as administrator by default . However by making changes to the Registry Editor , you will be able to install it as administry . After following the above tutorial , you will be able to install an MSI package as administrator. When you right click on an MSI package , you’ll see an option named “Install as Administrator” .